R Srinivasa Raghavan has been appointed as a Partner – Global Industrial Practice Group at Cornerstone International Group, Chennai. Raghavan will play a pivotal role in strengthening Cornerstone’s executive search capabilities, fostering strategic growth, and expanding its presence as a premier executive search brand.
Raghavan brings over two decades of experience in executive search and leadership consulting, having worked closely with top industry executives across multiple sectors. Prior to joining Cornerstone, he successfully led Fachmann Berater Executive Search Private Limited, a firm he founded in 2008, transforming it into a trusted retained executive search partner for Fortune 500 companies and leading Indian organizations. Under his leadership, Fachmann Berater specialized in C-suite searches, leadership hiring, and critical capability-building initiatives, making a significant impact in industries ranging from additive manufacturing to aerospace engineering.
As part of his new role at Cornerstone, Raghavan will leverage his extensive experience in global talent mobility, succession planning, and board-level hiring to drive the firm’s growth in the industrial sector. His expertise in partnering with CEOs, MDs, and HR leaders to build high-performing leadership teams will be instrumental in expanding Cornerstone’s footprint in India and beyond. With the recent merger of Fachmann Berater into Cornerstone International Group, this move further solidifies the firm’s commitment to delivering world-class leadership solutions.
In addition to his corporate experience, Raghavan is also a published author, with his book The Unscraped Barrel achieving bestseller status on Amazon in the epistemology category. He is currently working on his next book, Freeway to Fruition. Outside of work, he enjoys reading non-fiction and exploring new destinations on his cruiser bike.
With his deep industry insights and proven track record in executive search, Raghavan’s appointment is set to enhance Cornerstone International Group’s market leadership and provide unparalleled value to clients seeking top-tier leadership solutions.